The Rochester Red Wings’ bat dog will not make an appearance at Innovative Field on May 13 due to health issues, the team announced on Friday.
Milo's owner, Josh Snyder, says Milo the Bat Dog was diagnosed with liver disease.
The owner says it's serious, but he remains hopeful that Milo's condition improves.
Snyder released a statement on Milo’s health:
Dear Fans,
After a roller coaster of emotions over the past week and 3 days in the ICU at Cornell, Milo is home but has been diagnosed with liver disease. As his condition went from life threatening to somewhat stable, he continues to dip back and fourth between the two.
At this time we are unsure of his prognosis (but trying to stay positive) and taking things day by day. I will sadly have to cancel his appearance on May 13. Thanks for your understanding.
Even though Milo’s future is uncertain, there are some things I do know. He is one of a kind. When Milo came into my life he saved me, and when Tim from the Rochester Red Wings reached out to us I thought how Milo could make an impact on the community too. From day one we made a difference and I am proud of what we have done by fetching bats. We have brought thousands of people together, raised thousands of dollars (with the help of The Flower City Group, The Rochester Red Wings and YOU ALL) to fund amazing nonprofit organizations (Wounded Veteran Foundation, T.A.P.S, Bivona, SPCC, V.O.C and Honor Flight) locally and even nationally. Milo has genuinely enjoyed every single cheer, clap, pet, picture and video from all of you (his friends) over the years. His story is nothing short of remarkable and I’m hoping it doesn’t end here.
I will continue to try to update everyone on Milo’s health.
Thank you all,
Josh Snyder
The team says a Milo baseball card giveaway will still be given away to the first 1,000 fans through the gates on May 13.
